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Estate 14K White Gold Triple Row Wide Diamond Eternity Band 2.80ctw Sz 6.75
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A refined and luxurious estate triple-row eternity band crafted in 14 karat white gold. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 0.90 Carat Round Diamond 14 Kt White Gold Three Row Anniversary Wedding Band
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Round Natural Diamond Wedding Band Ring adds a touch to sophistication to your style with this 14
Category

2010s Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Swirl Ring
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
cut diamonds. The shoulders of the ring are made up of three rows of diamonds and wrap around the
Category

1990s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.77 Carat Diamond Halo Two Row Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Three-stone diamond engagement ring. .77ct center brilliant cut diamond with a double halo of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Estate 14k Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond eternity band! Crafted in14k white gold, this stunning ring is comprised of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14KT Yellow Gold 1 1/4 cttw Diamond Multi-Row Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A diamond fashion band ring that is designed with three rows of baguette diamonds. The wide band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14 K White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring. It depicts a wide white gold band adorned by three
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Ring With Onyx Shoulders in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This marvelous Late 20th Century cocktail ring, fashioned from 14k yellow gold, is comprised of
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Lexington, KY
contemporary diamond ring, made in 14k white gold, is a stunning copy of an original 1920s ring. This version
Category

Vintage 1950s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Men s Diamond Channel Ring
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat white gold diamond men's band that is accented with three rows of round channel set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby Diamond Band Ring Size 5.75-6 #21773
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Row Ruby and Diamond Ring Size 5.75-6 JAGi Certified- This vibrant ring
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Wave White Gold Band Ring 14K
Located in beverly hills, CA
beauty. This beautiful band features three rows of eighteen round brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling fifty
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.46ct Baguette Round Cut Pavé Diamond 3 Row Half Eternity Ring 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Contemporary luxury meets timeless elegance in this stunning three-row half eternity ring featuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yello...

Round Baguette Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold 1.00Cttw
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold. This style features three half rows of pave set round cut diamonds with a center baguette
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Ruby Diamond 18 karat Gold Three Eternity Rings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A gorgeous set of three stackable full alliance ruby and diamond eternity rings. The center ring is
Category

20th Century European Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Le Vian Pavé Diamond Crossover Multi-Row Band Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
artistry and elegance. Crafted in lustrous 14 karat rose gold, this ring features three sleek rows of rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Floating Diamonds Bezel Set 14 Karat Tri Gold 3 Row Ring Band Size 7.25
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely and elegant tri gold color ring featuring a unique free-form design and three
Category

1990s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s Retro 14K Gold 0.54tcw Diamond Ring Geometric Wave Design
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and sophisticated men’s Retro-Modern ring crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, weighing an
Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Oval Amethyst and Diamond Filigree 14K Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1950s 7 graduating amethyst ovals prong set ~0.40 carats total framed with 2 rows of diamonds
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Finger Wrap Ring with Oval Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and sculptural, this 14K yellow gold wrap ring winds gracefully across the finger with three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Set Squared Wide Dome Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This attractive ring is a wide, squared off dome style, decorated with three
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Row Round and Pavé Diamond Wide Band Ring in Polished 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
craftsmanship in 14 karat white gold. The ring features a captivating three-row design, with the center row
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 7/8 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
cluster ring has three rows of 24 round-cut diamonds set in lustrous 14k white gold. It has a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Thin Dome 3 Row Round Cut Pavé Diamond Wedding Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
meets sculpted curves. The dome-shaped silhouette is adorned with three rows of meticulously set round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...

Solitaire EngagementNatural Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This exquisite ring showcases a stunning natural diamond at its center, secured by a classic six
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Bypass 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
in two oval cut rubies trailing a row of three round brilliant white diamonds. Each ruby weighs
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mark Broumand 1.35 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Sided Ring
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, VS1-VS2. It features larger diamonds on top flanked by one row of smaller round diamonds on either
Category

2010s American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Oval Ruby and Channel Diamond Band Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This handsome yellow gold ring is a three row band style, set with a center
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 7/8 Carat Diamond Cluster Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
cluster ring has three rows of 24 round-cut diamonds set in lustrous 14k white gold. It has a total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Le Vian Multi-Row Ruby and Diamond Wide Band Ring with Flowers in 14 Karat Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
carats Diamond Color: G - H Diamond Clarity: SI1 Ring Weight: 9.2 grams Stamped: LeVian 14K Estate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold Slanted Square Ruby Dome Ring with Diamonds
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This pretty yellow gold ring is a slanted, swirl dome style, set with three
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut 7.75g Aquamarine Diamond Ring Size 4.75
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Ring 7.75g Size 4.75 🡆 Description: Offered is
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75cttw Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Band Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern ladies three row band ring crafted in 14k white gold. This ring features round brilliant cut
Category

2010s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Square Grid Men s Diamond Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This square grid diamond ring features a bold rectangular face set with a cluster of natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14k White Gold Horizontal Triple Oval Sapphire and Diamond Border Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k white gold ring. This lovely ring is set with three horizontal oval faceted, medium blue color
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.20 Carat Oval Diamond 14K White Gold Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
. This perfectly shaped Oval is G in color and VVS1 in clarity. A row of brilliant round diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Heart Clover Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Victorian pearl and diamond heart clover ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The ring features three pearls
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.99 Carats Total Three Stone Radiant Diamond Engagement Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant engagement ring showcases timeless brilliance with a radiant-cut diamond at the center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Garnet Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
setting with four double prongs. The ring also features three diamond rows on the shoulders, with 12
Category

Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Pear Cut 1.38Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Engagement Ring 14K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
three beautifully crafted rows of pear-cut diamonds arranged in a cascading formation, this ring creates
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Eternity Broad Band Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. Crafted in 14k solid gold, this wide band ring is set with rows of natural round diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Split Shank Rectangle Emerald Cut Blue Aquamarine 14K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
surprise row of diamond accents on the bridge completes this glamorous look. Ring Information Style: Art
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pear Teardrop Shape Purple Violet Amethyst Diamond Halo 14K Gold Multiband Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
white diamonds. The band is composed of three rows, adding a unique layered effect. 14K Yellow & White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise 2.57 Carat Diamond Cluster Wide Cocktail Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Marquise 2.57 Carat Diamond Cluster Wide Cocktail Band Ring 14k White Gold This ring features three
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.91ct Pave Set Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Wedding Ring 14k Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.91ct Pave Set Diamond Stacking Eternity Band Wedding Ring 14k Yellow Gold This ring showcases a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Pave Set Diamond Stacking Eternity Engagement Band Ring 14k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Certified Pave Set Diamond Stacking Eternity Engagement Band Ring 14k White Gold This ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.55Cttw Round Cut Diamond Ladies Square Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold Size 7.5
Located in New York, NY
diamonds in a unique three row shank. Crafted in fine 14k yellow gold. Total diamond weight: 0.55 carat
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Pave Diamond Connected Band Ring Made In 14k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This striking three-tone band ring blends the richness of 14KT gold with the cool elegance of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Three Stone Ruby Split Shank Ring with Diamond Halo in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 5 Exude elegance and timeless beauty with this stunning ruby and diamond ring, crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Diamond Black Onyx Art Deco Style Triple Shank Halo 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
border. The shank is split to give the appearance of three rows. 14K Yellow Gold. Ring Information
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified #22676
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Wide Band Ring Size 7 JAGi Certified- This striking 14K
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rainbow 6tcw Multi-Gem Dome Ring with Diamond Accents 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A vibrant vintage dome ring crafted in solid 14K gold and set with an exuberant rainbow of natural
Category

Vintage 1970s Dome Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold

14k White Gold 1 ½ Carat Diamond Double Halo Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
double halo. The wide band is crafted in 14 karat white gold and has three rows of round diamonds. It has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold 1.30ct I2, H Round Brilliant Diamond Pave Engagement Ring Sz 6.75
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
diamond center, set in a four-prong cathedral head, integrated into a three-row shared-prong diamond band
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Halo Oval Diamond Engagement Ring SI1 Signed Malakan US Size 7
Located in Greer, SC
"One oval shape diamond mounted in the center of a 14kt. white-gold fancy engagement ring mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.21 Carat Emerald Purplish Pink Sapphire 14K Gold Diamond Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
This magnificent three-stones 18k & 14K Two-Tone gold ring features three gems. The center is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.5 Carat Diamond Half Eternity Band 14 Karat White Gold 3-Row Band
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.5 Carat Diamond Half Eternity Band 14 Karat White Gold 3 Row Band Size 6 Very clean
Category

2010s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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14k Three Row Diamond Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 14k three row diamond ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, white gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 150 vintage editions and 264 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 14k three row diamond ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 14k three row diamond ring from Beyond Fine Jewelry, Five Star Jewelry and LB Exclusive — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and baguette cut versions for sale. Finding a 14k three row diamond ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 114 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 14k Three Row Diamond Ring?

Prices for a 14k three row diamond ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $173 and can go as high as $65,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,399.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.